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BN04 BXV

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

127,136 mi
Last recorded127,136 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN04 BXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 127,136 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 127,136 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 125,931 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 124,759 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 123,854 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 120,929 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 118,792 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 114,869 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 111,143 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 108,448 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 108,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 105,633 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 99,715 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 95,014 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 89,276 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 82,989 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 76,009 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 76,009 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 68,048 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 61,447 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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BN04 BXV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 57,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN04 BXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN04 BXV registered?

BN04 BXV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is BN04 BXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN04 BXV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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